Manning Regional Healthcare Center CEO Linn Block has been named one of the “Top Rural Hospital CEOs to Know” by a national publication, Becker’s Hospital Review. Block was among the 80 hospital leaders recognized nationwide. In their review, Becker’s says, “Block established and implemented an effective strategic plan that shifted the organization’s focus to patient safety, quality care, and team engagement. She advocates at the state and national level for rural healthcare and led a capital campaign that raised nearly $1 million to renovate the obstetrics wing at her hospital. Her efforts have also helped MRHC earn a prestigious Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence Award for Employee Engagement.” Before taking the helm at MRHC three years ago, Block had held numerous positions in the healthcare industry, providing her with a long list of experiences to draw from when implementing improvements at the hospital. Employees say Block has brought fun and laughter into the workplace and created an environment of family-first values. She is often seen throughout the facility checking on staff and patients, and her constant engagement shows in departmental reports. Nearly every department has grown under her leadership through increased patient volumes, modernized recordkeeping, and more. The complete list of honorees from Becker’s Hospital Review is included below.
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